Transport Manager

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Transport Manager / Planner to oversee daily transport operations. This role is responsible for efficient vehicle planning, driver coordination, and ensuring full compliance across all transport activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining service reliability, operational efficiency, and adherence to legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan and manage day-to-day vehicle scheduling to ensure efficient use of fleet resources

- Coordinate with drivers and allocate workloads effectively based on operational needs

- Ensure all jobs are completed on time and within agreed service levels

- Monitor and adjust plans in real time to address delays, issues, or changes in demand

- Maintain clear communication with drivers, customers, and internal teams

Compliance & Regulatory Duties:

- Ensure all vehicles meet compliance standards, including regular inspections and maintenance checks

- Monitor driver compliance, including tachograph regulations, driver hours, and Working Time Directive (WTD) requirements

- Identify and manage driver infringements, ensuring corrective actions are taken

- Maintain accurate transport records and ensure all documentation is up to date

- Promote and enforce health & safety standards across all transport operations

Requirements:

- Previous experience in transport planning or fleet management

- Strong understanding of transport compliance, including holding a transport manager CPC qualification.

- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

- Strong communication and team coordination abilities

- Proficiency in transport planning systems and Microsoft Office

What We Offer:

- Stable Monday to Friday working schedule

- Opportunity to work within a growing and dynamic team

- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)